Read each sentence. Choose the word in the second sentence which gives the same meaning in simpler language.

1. Roadworks will commence on 1 June.
Roadworks will ________________ on 1 June.

2. (on a form) Contact details for next of kin.
Write the name and address of your ________________ relative.

3. With the compliments of Jane Bramwell.
With best ________________ from Jane Bramwell.

4. Call me at your earliest convenience.
Call me early ________________.

5. In the event of fire, lifts should not be used.
________________, don’t use the lifts.

6. Passengers should await instruction from the captain before proceeding to the car deck.
Passengers should not ________________ the car deck until the captain tells them to.

7. I am writing with regard to the editorial in today’s paper.
I am writing ________________ the editorial in today’s paper.

8. I am writing in respect of your letter of 6th June.
I am writing ________________ your letter of 6th June.